Why?

A senior dogs lament.

By Jeanne Perciaccanto

Why am I here?  Where are you now?

I am sorry! I didn’t mean to age, I just did

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Did you really mean it when you said you would love me forever at eight weeks of age?

Was I wrong when I sat close to you in your sadness?

Did my play upset you when I was young and strong?

Are my slowed steps and loss of hearing harmful to you now?

Why, what have I done?

I didn’t mean to live too long and be in the way.

I am sorry your plans changed, can we find a way?

I gave you all I had to give, even this very day!

Why?  I became your dog forever in every way.

I waited for you come home each evening with joy in my heart.

I watched and protected as you slept.

I was proud to call you mine on those dark and stormy nights.

If I bring you the ball one more time will you take me home again?

You were all I have, what more can I give?

Why am I here?  Where are you now?

Why?